American goalkeeper Hope Solo will be sidelined for three-to-four months following surgery to repair torn cartilage in her left wrist.

Solo underwent the surgery Thursday, and the U.S. Soccer Federation said she likely will miss at least the first half of the Seattle Reign's season in the National Women's Soccer League, which starts its first season next month.

American goalkeeper Hope Solo will be sidelined for three-to-four months following surgery to repair torn cartilage in her left wrist. (AP Photo)

“We were all pleased to learn that Hope is expected to make a full recovery and that she should be available for our push toward the playoffs,” Reign FC general manager Amy Carnell said in a statement. “Of course, we wish Hope could be with us from the first day of preseason, but injuries are part of the game.

“Over the long haul, having a healthy Hope Solo makes us stronger for our run at the championship, not only this season but for seasons to come.”

The 31-year-old Solo, who has 135 international appearances, is missing the Algarve Cup tournament in Portugal, where the Americans have won their first two games. No. 2 goalkeeper Jill Loyden broke a bone in her left hand during training Thursday and will be out for six months. Nicole Barnhart was in goal for Friday's 5-0 rout of China.